Sunday, April 22, 2007
Sunday, April 8, 2007
Penguin Love
Penguins spend thier whole lives looking for that one other penguin and when they meet them they know and they spend the rest of their lives together.
BUT I'M NOT A PANGUIN
Where's my penguin??
BUT I'M NOT A PANGUIN
Where's my penguin??
Seniorhood
Vitamin C - (Graduation song) Friends Forever
Mainly what's on my mind is what i'm going to do and how I am going to end with the last two months of my high school career. As a Senior, I am anxious to get outta high school and venture of to that fine level of higher education we call.. college. But I don't see these last two months as lethargy time. I see it as Thee Time to become closer to my fellow graduates (bondage), pass on as much of myself to underclassmen, have those "sensei to grasshopper" moments with those teachers who will forever linger in my mind and heart and to do whatever else I want/can!
Perhaps the hardest job in America (to me) is being a high school teacher. Throughout my high school courses, I would like to recognize the teachers who have made an impact on me: Mrs. Wong (Freshmen Bio EXP) - She incorporated humor with intelligence along with passion in her teaching. "Only, Wendy." "I still remember you as the kid who farted and burped a lot!" Oh Mrs. Wong, how i've grown since then (syeeeke). Ms. Rudd (Eng EXP Freshmen) - You've exploited me to the beautiful perverted world of literature. "You have a lot of spunk!" That comment embeds in my memory til this day! Mr. Quinonez aka SENSEI (Judo/Jujitsu Sophomore year) - You are the only male teacher I have ever seen cry. Don't be fooled. He can kick anyone's ass too! He definitely taught me about wisedom, courage and composure. Truly a martial arts teacher. Mrs. Malik (Chemistry Jr year) - People don't give you enough creds. You need some "oxyeegan." Hennessee (sorry if I spelt your name wrong.. I remember i did that last year on my leadership application and you were appauled haha) (0 period Current Life Issues) - Because of you, i'm layin off the crack and booze. Ms. Sarvey (Algebra 2) - is sucha babe. I like to consider her as my warm aunty. She's always in her room (well now portable) and available when you need someone to talk to about ANYTHING. Thank you for the big hugs and snacks you used to supply me. Those jerks who stopped you from selling those snacks and who sent you to the portables.. man how do they deal with theirselves? Remember, I gotcho back! Mr. T Manno (AP U.S. History) - I'm proud to be an American. Engaging me in all of those debates made me more belligerent. That's a good thing though because I have more confidence when I speak up in formal gatherings or just in class. You're a pun-a-thon, but I'm grateful that I can claim that I was once a "Manno's kid." Mr. Dell Martin (AP Eng) - I've learned to embrace the "breast of life." Mr. Siltanen (AP Gov) - You have the biggest tolerance ever. Teaching only Seniors, you truly understand us and our needs. I am grateful for that. Mr. Friedman aka GCF (PreCalc) - "smack that all on the floor" "I have woman problems!" Dr. Griffith (AP Environmental Science) - Your passion for the environment has influenced me greatly. STU - You too! Lastly, Mr. Allen Nakamura (aka Rainbow Butter) (Leadership all 4 years + 5th period aiding) - aka father of leadership. Most memorable/loved/gossipy teacher at Alameda High School. I have waay too much to say about this man, so I'm going to cut this off.
Five seconds ago I realized how unneccesary drama in high school is. Whatever grudges I held up until 5 seconds ago is released from my system as poop digests. Last week, I had that mentality that we only have 2 months anyway so tell people off when they deserve it. Now that i'm done doing that, it's Time to also remember to not forget the good memories and despite how big people's egos are.. I figured that I am much happier if I let the happy days override the awkward tension. Let the happy days ring! (I'll still tell people off if they deserve it though, so don't confuse this segment as my degression to vulnerability)
MY UNDERCLASSMEN! (yes, that means you too juniors) I believe my influence is crucial. Just remember.. Everytime I give you advice, act goofy around you or just doing whatever else I do, I leave a part of myself in you.. I leave my legacy through you all. Yes, feel honored.
Leadership underclassmen - I probably show more love and care to you stinkers the most. When I was an underclassmen, I always wanted the Seniors of leadership to give me some attention and guidance, so I give mine to you. Ever since election time, I am reminded that they do look for my guidance and that whatever advice I give to them is crucial. Bondage.. preach it! I have high hopes for you carrying out 2007's legacy as well as making your own.
AHS 2007 SENIORS!!! Holla atcha girrrrll! From our bondage time at Senior Banquet to graduation, definitely enjoy each other's company. We may get ticked off at almost everything nowadays, but remember we ONLY have 40 (and decreasing) days together! I think we're done with being ticked off. Let's open the gateway to 40 happy days!
So fellow Seniors, I say drop your swords, drop your facades, drop your pants (optional) and join me in making the most out of our last two months of high school together!
(It's like 3 AM and i tired so speech impaired, so i'll edit this laterr)
Things to do:
1. Eat in the cafeteria - Friday, April 20th (come join me!!!!)
2. Hug and Kiss friends
3. Clean Nak's backroom
4. Fulfill lunch dates with important people
5. Perform and hold composer during Senior Talent Show
(Open to making additions to list)
Mainly what's on my mind is what i'm going to do and how I am going to end with the last two months of my high school career. As a Senior, I am anxious to get outta high school and venture of to that fine level of higher education we call.. college. But I don't see these last two months as lethargy time. I see it as Thee Time to become closer to my fellow graduates (bondage), pass on as much of myself to underclassmen, have those "sensei to grasshopper" moments with those teachers who will forever linger in my mind and heart and to do whatever else I want/can!
Perhaps the hardest job in America (to me) is being a high school teacher. Throughout my high school courses, I would like to recognize the teachers who have made an impact on me: Mrs. Wong (Freshmen Bio EXP) - She incorporated humor with intelligence along with passion in her teaching. "Only, Wendy." "I still remember you as the kid who farted and burped a lot!" Oh Mrs. Wong, how i've grown since then (syeeeke). Ms. Rudd (Eng EXP Freshmen) - You've exploited me to the beautiful perverted world of literature. "You have a lot of spunk!" That comment embeds in my memory til this day! Mr. Quinonez aka SENSEI (Judo/Jujitsu Sophomore year) - You are the only male teacher I have ever seen cry. Don't be fooled. He can kick anyone's ass too! He definitely taught me about wisedom, courage and composure. Truly a martial arts teacher. Mrs. Malik (Chemistry Jr year) - People don't give you enough creds. You need some "oxyeegan." Hennessee (sorry if I spelt your name wrong.. I remember i did that last year on my leadership application and you were appauled haha) (0 period Current Life Issues) - Because of you, i'm layin off the crack and booze. Ms. Sarvey (Algebra 2) - is sucha babe. I like to consider her as my warm aunty. She's always in her room (well now portable) and available when you need someone to talk to about ANYTHING. Thank you for the big hugs and snacks you used to supply me. Those jerks who stopped you from selling those snacks and who sent you to the portables.. man how do they deal with theirselves? Remember, I gotcho back! Mr. T Manno (AP U.S. History) - I'm proud to be an American. Engaging me in all of those debates made me more belligerent. That's a good thing though because I have more confidence when I speak up in formal gatherings or just in class. You're a pun-a-thon, but I'm grateful that I can claim that I was once a "Manno's kid." Mr. Dell Martin (AP Eng) - I've learned to embrace the "breast of life." Mr. Siltanen (AP Gov) - You have the biggest tolerance ever. Teaching only Seniors, you truly understand us and our needs. I am grateful for that. Mr. Friedman aka GCF (PreCalc) - "smack that all on the floor" "I have woman problems!" Dr. Griffith (AP Environmental Science) - Your passion for the environment has influenced me greatly. STU - You too! Lastly, Mr. Allen Nakamura (aka Rainbow Butter) (Leadership all 4 years + 5th period aiding) - aka father of leadership. Most memorable/loved/gossipy teacher at Alameda High School. I have waay too much to say about this man, so I'm going to cut this off.
Five seconds ago I realized how unneccesary drama in high school is. Whatever grudges I held up until 5 seconds ago is released from my system as poop digests. Last week, I had that mentality that we only have 2 months anyway so tell people off when they deserve it. Now that i'm done doing that, it's Time to also remember to not forget the good memories and despite how big people's egos are.. I figured that I am much happier if I let the happy days override the awkward tension. Let the happy days ring! (I'll still tell people off if they deserve it though, so don't confuse this segment as my degression to vulnerability)
MY UNDERCLASSMEN! (yes, that means you too juniors) I believe my influence is crucial. Just remember.. Everytime I give you advice, act goofy around you or just doing whatever else I do, I leave a part of myself in you.. I leave my legacy through you all. Yes, feel honored.
Leadership underclassmen - I probably show more love and care to you stinkers the most. When I was an underclassmen, I always wanted the Seniors of leadership to give me some attention and guidance, so I give mine to you. Ever since election time, I am reminded that they do look for my guidance and that whatever advice I give to them is crucial. Bondage.. preach it! I have high hopes for you carrying out 2007's legacy as well as making your own.
AHS 2007 SENIORS!!! Holla atcha girrrrll! From our bondage time at Senior Banquet to graduation, definitely enjoy each other's company. We may get ticked off at almost everything nowadays, but remember we ONLY have 40 (and decreasing) days together! I think we're done with being ticked off. Let's open the gateway to 40 happy days!
So fellow Seniors, I say drop your swords, drop your facades, drop your pants (optional) and join me in making the most out of our last two months of high school together!
(It's like 3 AM and i tired so speech impaired, so i'll edit this laterr)
Things to do:
1. Eat in the cafeteria - Friday, April 20th (come join me!!!!)
2. Hug and Kiss friends
3. Clean Nak's backroom
4. Fulfill lunch dates with important people
5. Perform and hold composer during Senior Talent Show
(Open to making additions to list)
Monday, March 26, 2007
Ultimate hippy UCB
03/16/07BERKELEY A large group of nude people will pose among the threatened oaks at the University of California, Berkeley, on Saturday in the name of art.
Sunday, March 25, 2007
Human
I have a hurtful scrape on my knee. I have a cut on my palm. I've felt rejection. I've never felt so human in my life.
College Admissions
College admissions are... BULLSHIT!
Rejected: ucd, ucsd, and Boston University..
"regret that we cannot offer you admission" "I regret to inform you" Yeah damn fucking right youre gonna regret not admitting ME to your college. With these rejection letters, they can only make me stronger. I know i'm going to college, not these but I am going somewhere (so far UCSC, Emmanuel College in Boston.. waiting for uci, ucb, ucla). Rejections give me more motivation to be somebody to whereever i'm going. I'm going to have the freedom and opportunities to make a name for myself in society. Not quite sure on what i'm going to do.. but with my determination, intelligence and charisma.. i'm going to succeed in life. I will be able to kick life in the ass after it has done to me several times. Courtny Hom's mom made an inspiring comment to me yesterday, "Ya know. There are certain people you can just look at and know they're going to succeed in life and you're one of those people." I don't have a 4.2 GPA, score over 2000 on the SATs, pass with 5s on my AP exams, burn myself out with extracurriculars, but if you identify yourself with your high school transcript.. then you need to go do something with your life to discover who you really are. I am beyond my high school transcript. Maybe that's why we take these rejection letters so personally, because we feel that we have to identify ourselves with our high school transcript so it feels as if the colleges are rejecting WHO YOU ARE. As I have discovered, you shouldnt look at it that way. I think i'm going to end this blog here.. i'll continue after I find out from the last three colleges and have made a decision on where I'm going and what im going to do while i'm there...
Strap on your bungee chords and tighten your harnest. Then jump. You'll be fine.
Rejected: ucd, ucsd, and Boston University..
"regret that we cannot offer you admission" "I regret to inform you" Yeah damn fucking right youre gonna regret not admitting ME to your college. With these rejection letters, they can only make me stronger. I know i'm going to college, not these but I am going somewhere (so far UCSC, Emmanuel College in Boston.. waiting for uci, ucb, ucla). Rejections give me more motivation to be somebody to whereever i'm going. I'm going to have the freedom and opportunities to make a name for myself in society. Not quite sure on what i'm going to do.. but with my determination, intelligence and charisma.. i'm going to succeed in life. I will be able to kick life in the ass after it has done to me several times. Courtny Hom's mom made an inspiring comment to me yesterday, "Ya know. There are certain people you can just look at and know they're going to succeed in life and you're one of those people." I don't have a 4.2 GPA, score over 2000 on the SATs, pass with 5s on my AP exams, burn myself out with extracurriculars, but if you identify yourself with your high school transcript.. then you need to go do something with your life to discover who you really are. I am beyond my high school transcript. Maybe that's why we take these rejection letters so personally, because we feel that we have to identify ourselves with our high school transcript so it feels as if the colleges are rejecting WHO YOU ARE. As I have discovered, you shouldnt look at it that way. I think i'm going to end this blog here.. i'll continue after I find out from the last three colleges and have made a decision on where I'm going and what im going to do while i'm there...
Strap on your bungee chords and tighten your harnest. Then jump. You'll be fine.
Saturday, March 24, 2007
Language vs. Silence
It's ironic how silence may be the most powerful response, yet the appropriate use of language also creates the same powerful effect.
Thursday, March 22, 2007
Cake
You gave me cake. I gave you cake back. We're even. We're done.
I haven't been disrespected by a ( i guess i can claim used to be) a good friend in a very long time. She asked me to come support her in her Rugby game tonight as good friends do.. and as good friends do.. I cheerfully went to watch and scream motivational sayings off of the top of my lungs. Three other friends accompanied me and we were having such a great time together. Then we made an innocent joke to ourselves that it would be quite hilarious if this guy (who likes yet irritates her). I spose her nosey friends overheard our private joke and enforced us not to do it. Who said we were? Honestly, it would be hilarious but we would never go to such an extent to amuse ourselves. I don't believe her friends are fair to judge when their ways of amusing themselves are backstabbing each other, being manipulative, treating each other like Barbie doll toys and the sad part is that they make up then restart the whole "Mean Girl" process. Our rugby team tied with Canada! Right After Her game, she said "thank you for coming" but in a rushed and unappreciateive way. Her Barbie (when I say Barbie, I mean the drunk, dishieveled, irrational) friends informed her about our miniscule joke and she took it too major offense (which I don't blame her but the way she handled it was why I was hurt). She embarrassed the four of us in front of a few other people who were standbys. She confrontingly told us that our joke had gone too far and this joke has been lingering for far too long. The other three were silent. Considering this happened right after her game and right before her team bbq, I did not want to cause her more grief by inflaming her with how I really felt. Instead, I interrupted her to remind her of why we (her friends) were there by yelling (cheerfully), GOOD JOB! YOU DID GREAT! YOU WON! (her: we tied) OH.. I MEAN TIED! Oh, tied as in RIPTIEDE! (name of their team). The silence of the other three quickly turned back to laughter. She rolled her eyes and leaped back onto the field. Now that I think about it, that leap seem to symbolize her leaping out of our friendship. Did I stop her from leaping? No. This single event did not cause me to decide on letting this friendship float away. This year alone we've argued and fought far too many times for it to be funny when we look back on or even to be proud of anymore. Typically, after our argument we would talk it out and make up. After repeating that routine for a couple of times, I don't have any more energy to make it work anymore. I am fed up. Third quarter into my Senior year in high school, I can honestly say that I have the power to choose my friends and know who deserves my attention and energy. She is no longer worthy of my time and energy. Leadership is strictly business and I understand that, so I will work with her on what needs to be done and nothing more. I have never irrationally argued with my other friends as I have with her, so i'm becoming more and more confident that it's not me who ignites the flame. However, I do not discount our friendship entirely. "You gave me cake. I gave you cake." It was delicious cake and I appreciate and am glad that i've had the opportunity to eat that cake. As I've learned through broken good friendships, just be greatful that it happened. I am greatful for her cake, but it's time to move on and let Her go. At this point of my blog, I may seem a bit too emotional maybe overreacting? It's quite comical because i'm pouring my heart out into this blog and She's probably sleeping with no regrets or thoughts on the effect of what she did to me today. and I'm fine with that. We've had a great four years together that I don't regret. Together, we've spent 12 hours at Her house gift wrapping presents to give to 13 families for Christmas, lead our high school's finest leadership and made a huge impact, played practical jokes on Nakamura during 5th period when he's away at a basketball game, hit each other's backs to a point where a red hand mark is imprinted, surprised each other with a lighted cake on each other's birthday.. good times. I could have simply stayed home tonight, but I was courageous enough to have confidence in believing that we had a friendship outside of leadership and could possibly foreshadow an extending friendship after high school.. I am a fool. But thank you for the cake.
Sincerely,
Vendel
P.S. The only thing I apologize for is embarrassing you in front of your "cool" friends by cheering for you exuberantly while they just sat nonchalantly. Although i'm weird and overwhelmingly cheerful, I make a great friend. Actually, I also apologize for not going to give you another time of day to realize that. Good luck on finding another priceless friend to give cake to.
I haven't been disrespected by a ( i guess i can claim used to be) a good friend in a very long time. She asked me to come support her in her Rugby game tonight as good friends do.. and as good friends do.. I cheerfully went to watch and scream motivational sayings off of the top of my lungs. Three other friends accompanied me and we were having such a great time together. Then we made an innocent joke to ourselves that it would be quite hilarious if this guy (who likes yet irritates her). I spose her nosey friends overheard our private joke and enforced us not to do it. Who said we were? Honestly, it would be hilarious but we would never go to such an extent to amuse ourselves. I don't believe her friends are fair to judge when their ways of amusing themselves are backstabbing each other, being manipulative, treating each other like Barbie doll toys and the sad part is that they make up then restart the whole "Mean Girl" process. Our rugby team tied with Canada! Right After Her game, she said "thank you for coming" but in a rushed and unappreciateive way. Her Barbie (when I say Barbie, I mean the drunk, dishieveled, irrational) friends informed her about our miniscule joke and she took it too major offense (which I don't blame her but the way she handled it was why I was hurt). She embarrassed the four of us in front of a few other people who were standbys. She confrontingly told us that our joke had gone too far and this joke has been lingering for far too long. The other three were silent. Considering this happened right after her game and right before her team bbq, I did not want to cause her more grief by inflaming her with how I really felt. Instead, I interrupted her to remind her of why we (her friends) were there by yelling (cheerfully), GOOD JOB! YOU DID GREAT! YOU WON! (her: we tied) OH.. I MEAN TIED! Oh, tied as in RIPTIEDE! (name of their team). The silence of the other three quickly turned back to laughter. She rolled her eyes and leaped back onto the field. Now that I think about it, that leap seem to symbolize her leaping out of our friendship. Did I stop her from leaping? No. This single event did not cause me to decide on letting this friendship float away. This year alone we've argued and fought far too many times for it to be funny when we look back on or even to be proud of anymore. Typically, after our argument we would talk it out and make up. After repeating that routine for a couple of times, I don't have any more energy to make it work anymore. I am fed up. Third quarter into my Senior year in high school, I can honestly say that I have the power to choose my friends and know who deserves my attention and energy. She is no longer worthy of my time and energy. Leadership is strictly business and I understand that, so I will work with her on what needs to be done and nothing more. I have never irrationally argued with my other friends as I have with her, so i'm becoming more and more confident that it's not me who ignites the flame. However, I do not discount our friendship entirely. "You gave me cake. I gave you cake." It was delicious cake and I appreciate and am glad that i've had the opportunity to eat that cake. As I've learned through broken good friendships, just be greatful that it happened. I am greatful for her cake, but it's time to move on and let Her go. At this point of my blog, I may seem a bit too emotional maybe overreacting? It's quite comical because i'm pouring my heart out into this blog and She's probably sleeping with no regrets or thoughts on the effect of what she did to me today. and I'm fine with that. We've had a great four years together that I don't regret. Together, we've spent 12 hours at Her house gift wrapping presents to give to 13 families for Christmas, lead our high school's finest leadership and made a huge impact, played practical jokes on Nakamura during 5th period when he's away at a basketball game, hit each other's backs to a point where a red hand mark is imprinted, surprised each other with a lighted cake on each other's birthday.. good times. I could have simply stayed home tonight, but I was courageous enough to have confidence in believing that we had a friendship outside of leadership and could possibly foreshadow an extending friendship after high school.. I am a fool. But thank you for the cake.
Sincerely,
Vendel
P.S. The only thing I apologize for is embarrassing you in front of your "cool" friends by cheering for you exuberantly while they just sat nonchalantly. Although i'm weird and overwhelmingly cheerful, I make a great friend. Actually, I also apologize for not going to give you another time of day to realize that. Good luck on finding another priceless friend to give cake to.
Sunday, March 18, 2007
Move Along
All-American Rejects - Move Along << this song totally motivates me to move on with my life even when shit gets thrown at me.
It seems like this has been the worst year (from March 06 til now) of my life. It's been a year or two that my house hasn't been sold. Also, the events that happened this past year seem to be hysterical because when something good seem to happen.. it gets consumed by something bad. We had 5 offers on our house and so my parents (dumbly) chose to sell it to this young and naive realtor or whatever and his partner. We shoulda sold it to the happy Somoan family!! Anyway this is what went wrong.. dude and his partner had some conflict and then dude's loan doesn't go through. SO my house is back in the market and i am stuck in this hell house. Well, at least I have my solitude and privacy in my own spacious room with the necessary equipped entertainment. My brothers moved to a cozy apartment in Alameda so I don't even have them for social interaction. My grades suck (3.7) yes that's considered sucky compared to what I used to get. Being ASB President sucks right now because people are difficult to deal with and I don't see what kinda legacy i'm leaving. College sucks. I got rejected to UC Davis cause I'm not retarded with special needs. Having a license sucks cause I cant even use it cause I don't have insurance cause my parents suck.
So where is the move along part? Ok so when all of these bad events collaborated and attacked me.. i layed down on my bed for not even 3 minutes. I had an epiphany of the positives that counterattacks all of the major negative events of my life..
Not selling my house - As long as I have my own room.. i think I can stay sane. The main reason why I'm so anxious to move is to hang out with my friends more and be like everyone else who lives only 10 minutes away from school. That's not a desire anymore because my great friends (Nima, VePenis, Mermanica, Army and anyone else who make efforts with me) do a great job at hanging out with me when we can.. which keeps me very sane. I thank them for this. The whole living hella far from school doesn't bother me anymore because that's apart of what makes me unique at Alameda. Plus my brothers live there so I can use that as my second home anytime I want (as i've experimented).
School - All I should care about is passing all of my classes because the college application process is over! All I need to do now is be patient and whatever happens happens for a reason. Who cares if Davis doesn't want me? I have Santa Cruz where I wouldn't mind going to and PLUS I still have to wait for Irvine, LA, San Diego, Berkeley and Boston to hear from. I can't have everything. I will be alright in life and that keeps me collective and assured.
Leadership - Leah Herris, a great friend for four years (and counting), once told me, "You've already done so much for this school and leadership, so you don't have to do anything new to prove that you're leaving a legacy because you have already left one and it will continue until you graduate." (paraphrased) That quote of assurance.. I reassure with myself everyday. AND that has kept me very sane and keeps me leaping forward.
Not driving - I don't have to deal with that cultural hazard yet.. so i'm cool. My parents have been very supportive in driving me everywhere I need to go and are very prompt on picking me up.. so i'm cool with that.
Love and support from people synergizes me. If I can deal with all this shit thrown at me, I can handle anything! Some people wonder who the hell is that little Asian girl who dresses however the hell she wants and is always smiling and yelling and monstrously hugging people who seem to mean something to her and laughs like she can't breathe? Her name is Wendy Seng and she gets away with whatever she does because she presents herself with confidence. SHE IS GOLDEN!!! I AM GOLDEN!! I AM WENDY MUTAPAKIN SENG!!
It seems like this has been the worst year (from March 06 til now) of my life. It's been a year or two that my house hasn't been sold. Also, the events that happened this past year seem to be hysterical because when something good seem to happen.. it gets consumed by something bad. We had 5 offers on our house and so my parents (dumbly) chose to sell it to this young and naive realtor or whatever and his partner. We shoulda sold it to the happy Somoan family!! Anyway this is what went wrong.. dude and his partner had some conflict and then dude's loan doesn't go through. SO my house is back in the market and i am stuck in this hell house. Well, at least I have my solitude and privacy in my own spacious room with the necessary equipped entertainment. My brothers moved to a cozy apartment in Alameda so I don't even have them for social interaction. My grades suck (3.7) yes that's considered sucky compared to what I used to get. Being ASB President sucks right now because people are difficult to deal with and I don't see what kinda legacy i'm leaving. College sucks. I got rejected to UC Davis cause I'm not retarded with special needs. Having a license sucks cause I cant even use it cause I don't have insurance cause my parents suck.
So where is the move along part? Ok so when all of these bad events collaborated and attacked me.. i layed down on my bed for not even 3 minutes. I had an epiphany of the positives that counterattacks all of the major negative events of my life..
Not selling my house - As long as I have my own room.. i think I can stay sane. The main reason why I'm so anxious to move is to hang out with my friends more and be like everyone else who lives only 10 minutes away from school. That's not a desire anymore because my great friends (Nima, VePenis, Mermanica, Army and anyone else who make efforts with me) do a great job at hanging out with me when we can.. which keeps me very sane. I thank them for this. The whole living hella far from school doesn't bother me anymore because that's apart of what makes me unique at Alameda. Plus my brothers live there so I can use that as my second home anytime I want (as i've experimented).
School - All I should care about is passing all of my classes because the college application process is over! All I need to do now is be patient and whatever happens happens for a reason. Who cares if Davis doesn't want me? I have Santa Cruz where I wouldn't mind going to and PLUS I still have to wait for Irvine, LA, San Diego, Berkeley and Boston to hear from. I can't have everything. I will be alright in life and that keeps me collective and assured.
Leadership - Leah Herris, a great friend for four years (and counting), once told me, "You've already done so much for this school and leadership, so you don't have to do anything new to prove that you're leaving a legacy because you have already left one and it will continue until you graduate." (paraphrased) That quote of assurance.. I reassure with myself everyday. AND that has kept me very sane and keeps me leaping forward.
Not driving - I don't have to deal with that cultural hazard yet.. so i'm cool. My parents have been very supportive in driving me everywhere I need to go and are very prompt on picking me up.. so i'm cool with that.
Love and support from people synergizes me. If I can deal with all this shit thrown at me, I can handle anything! Some people wonder who the hell is that little Asian girl who dresses however the hell she wants and is always smiling and yelling and monstrously hugging people who seem to mean something to her and laughs like she can't breathe? Her name is Wendy Seng and she gets away with whatever she does because she presents herself with confidence. SHE IS GOLDEN!!! I AM GOLDEN!! I AM WENDY MUTAPAKIN SENG!!
Monday, February 26, 2007
February 23, 2007 Best Friday Ever
Best and most eventful day of the year so far!
All week has been rehearsals for the talent show. Nerves building and anticipating mine and Ibbz' performance. We sang a parody to "Sexy Back" "We're bringin' fanny packs.. hiccup" BEST TALENT SHOW EVERRR! Fun fun
Bid-a-date $60 on Steviee
Dinner at Hannizzles with other bid-a-daters fun
Sadie Hawkins. Best Sadie Hawkins everrr
Pass out at Mermanica's. Got drawn on.. wasn't even drunk.
(go into detail later)
All week has been rehearsals for the talent show. Nerves building and anticipating mine and Ibbz' performance. We sang a parody to "Sexy Back" "We're bringin' fanny packs.. hiccup" BEST TALENT SHOW EVERRR! Fun fun
Bid-a-date $60 on Steviee
Dinner at Hannizzles with other bid-a-daters fun
Sadie Hawkins. Best Sadie Hawkins everrr
Pass out at Mermanica's. Got drawn on.. wasn't even drunk.
(go into detail later)
Sunday, February 11, 2007
Mock Congress
Mock Congres was Friday, but it deserves a post.
The Oak Leaf were at a major disadvantage: less people than Hornets, less members with beliefs to the party platform and less time to caucus. BUT the last 40 minutes were ours!
Alanna's bill (co-sponsored by Leah) on coercive interrogation on terrorists was the most controversial and longest bill. Questions and answers were extended. Pro and cons were not only logical but emotional.
I threw my two cents in "May I remind you fine citizens of the United States of America that these terrorists have motives to hurt not only you, me, but our children. Our future! They must suffer and let's nuke em!"
4 recounts, but we came out triumphant!
BILL PASSES! END OF CONGRESS!
Despite the difficulties during caucus and debating feelings in the Oak Leaf party, it was compensated in the end when we all stood together side by side to pass this bill. Looking at us work together as a party made me proud to be minority leader.
Thank you
The Oak Leaf were at a major disadvantage: less people than Hornets, less members with beliefs to the party platform and less time to caucus. BUT the last 40 minutes were ours!
Alanna's bill (co-sponsored by Leah) on coercive interrogation on terrorists was the most controversial and longest bill. Questions and answers were extended. Pro and cons were not only logical but emotional.
I threw my two cents in "May I remind you fine citizens of the United States of America that these terrorists have motives to hurt not only you, me, but our children. Our future! They must suffer and let's nuke em!"
4 recounts, but we came out triumphant!
BILL PASSES! END OF CONGRESS!
Despite the difficulties during caucus and debating feelings in the Oak Leaf party, it was compensated in the end when we all stood together side by side to pass this bill. Looking at us work together as a party made me proud to be minority leader.
Thank you
Monday, January 29, 2007
My Edges
Don't play around my edges cause i'll stab you and slit your throat.
There is only so much that I can tolerate. But when an insulting remark gets targeted towards not only me but a lot of people I care about.. I get ticked off. For instance..
Today Nima and I were sitting at our "Student's Voices" table to get the word out about our upcoming meeting. Nima and I didn't have to do this, but we honestly care about representing students' voices as best as we can. Partly, I made this meeting to shut up those ignorant complainers. Always blabbin about this is lame that is lame.. but when you allow them to tell it to your face.. they stuck face and walk away. For instance..
So that pig-nosed girl who's locker is near mine and obviously she's not a very important person if I don't know her name.. made a rude and broadly insulting comment. "Leadership should stop ignoring the students," I believe the comment was. This was one of the most igorant and trite comment I have ever heard. Without hesitation, I jump from my seat and call her out as she tried walking away. I URGED her to sign up for my "Student Voices" meeting so I can hear more of what she has to say. By URGING her, I spoke sharply and clearly directly to her. I didn't curse.. I didn't yell. I kept my tone directly towards her as if I was aiming a calm taser. She said ok and walked towards the sign up table. As a common coward, she made up some bullshit that she had a club where she was vice president (wOw notice I didn't capitalize it) where she was supposedly desperately needed and couldn't sign up for my meeting because she's too afraid to get verbally scraped as she did today. Her absent face and urged legs to walk away as quickly as she could gave me satisfaction. Although I know I didn't change her perspective of leadership, I'm satisfied that I let her know that she wouldn't get away that easily if she ever snickered an insulting comment about us again. And that's what made all the difference.
There is only so much that I can tolerate. But when an insulting remark gets targeted towards not only me but a lot of people I care about.. I get ticked off. For instance..
Today Nima and I were sitting at our "Student's Voices" table to get the word out about our upcoming meeting. Nima and I didn't have to do this, but we honestly care about representing students' voices as best as we can. Partly, I made this meeting to shut up those ignorant complainers. Always blabbin about this is lame that is lame.. but when you allow them to tell it to your face.. they stuck face and walk away. For instance..
So that pig-nosed girl who's locker is near mine and obviously she's not a very important person if I don't know her name.. made a rude and broadly insulting comment. "Leadership should stop ignoring the students," I believe the comment was. This was one of the most igorant and trite comment I have ever heard. Without hesitation, I jump from my seat and call her out as she tried walking away. I URGED her to sign up for my "Student Voices" meeting so I can hear more of what she has to say. By URGING her, I spoke sharply and clearly directly to her. I didn't curse.. I didn't yell. I kept my tone directly towards her as if I was aiming a calm taser. She said ok and walked towards the sign up table. As a common coward, she made up some bullshit that she had a club where she was vice president (wOw notice I didn't capitalize it) where she was supposedly desperately needed and couldn't sign up for my meeting because she's too afraid to get verbally scraped as she did today. Her absent face and urged legs to walk away as quickly as she could gave me satisfaction. Although I know I didn't change her perspective of leadership, I'm satisfied that I let her know that she wouldn't get away that easily if she ever snickered an insulting comment about us again. And that's what made all the difference.
Tuesday, January 23, 2007
Wooo
I GOT MY Ls!!! (aka License! People don't know the lingo.)
Smobbinnnnn
K so I was prune juiced when I got my license. Asian doode from Claremont brought me on the busy side of Claremont so I was kinna nervous.. but hay I pulled it off! I even shook his hand. haha Got to school after and gloated like hella.
Smobbinnnnn
K so I was prune juiced when I got my license. Asian doode from Claremont brought me on the busy side of Claremont so I was kinna nervous.. but hay I pulled it off! I even shook his hand. haha Got to school after and gloated like hella.
Saturday, January 13, 2007
Fruitful Friday (blog for yesterday)
Senate - EMILY FARTIG WITH OREOS!!!
Lunch - with my daughter Samsung. We ate at Falafel where it was hella warmer than the nipple-stiffling-cold. I told her about the assassin game and she seemed to be really into it. She's usually really random when I try to talk to her about one subject, but she actually listened and stuck to one subject at a time. That was nice to see the tangible side of her again.. instead of the everyday hello at the locker. With the last five months left of my high school days, Samsung reminded me how important it is to continue passing down my knowledge/legacy to the underclassmen. Instead of being all emo, i'll just savor the moments. Thanks for creating a worthy savorable moment.
BBall game vs. Hercules - sat around concessions with Mermanica and Nima. wOoOot we dominated in VAR 72 - 43 (somethin like that)!!! Sport games energize my socialness. I got to talk to P-cilla, J-dogg, and my other sophy daughter Lapoerow! hehehe I embarrassed Gaby sooo much. Her friends were around and I was raving about how cool of a mom I am. Their hysterical laughing, blushing, and glazy eyes fixated on me gave me the feeling that they found me fascinating and entertaining. Good feeling. I LOVE UNDERCLASSMEN!
Post game - Mermanica, Nima and I cruised around for a mission. Our goal this year is to get dates for Winterball! So we set up prospective dates and plan a cute way to ask them (since guys these days don't have the balls). Since Glerv missed his pizza party in Siltanen's, I bought him a whole pizza box. With hot sauce, I wrote "Eat pizza on a plate. Will you be my Winterball date?" I presented to him as Mermanica and Nima were listening from the stairs. hahaha So he said sure and woop woop I have a Winterball date! Time to work on Nima and Mermanica.
Lunch - with my daughter Samsung. We ate at Falafel where it was hella warmer than the nipple-stiffling-cold. I told her about the assassin game and she seemed to be really into it. She's usually really random when I try to talk to her about one subject, but she actually listened and stuck to one subject at a time. That was nice to see the tangible side of her again.. instead of the everyday hello at the locker. With the last five months left of my high school days, Samsung reminded me how important it is to continue passing down my knowledge/legacy to the underclassmen. Instead of being all emo, i'll just savor the moments. Thanks for creating a worthy savorable moment.
BBall game vs. Hercules - sat around concessions with Mermanica and Nima. wOoOot we dominated in VAR 72 - 43 (somethin like that)!!! Sport games energize my socialness. I got to talk to P-cilla, J-dogg, and my other sophy daughter Lapoerow! hehehe I embarrassed Gaby sooo much. Her friends were around and I was raving about how cool of a mom I am. Their hysterical laughing, blushing, and glazy eyes fixated on me gave me the feeling that they found me fascinating and entertaining. Good feeling. I LOVE UNDERCLASSMEN!
Post game - Mermanica, Nima and I cruised around for a mission. Our goal this year is to get dates for Winterball! So we set up prospective dates and plan a cute way to ask them (since guys these days don't have the balls). Since Glerv missed his pizza party in Siltanen's, I bought him a whole pizza box. With hot sauce, I wrote "Eat pizza on a plate. Will you be my Winterball date?" I presented to him as Mermanica and Nima were listening from the stairs. hahaha So he said sure and woop woop I have a Winterball date! Time to work on Nima and Mermanica.
Tuesday, January 9, 2007
Get to know them
The more time you spend with someone, the more you get to know them. I'm glad I had that chance today. Well maybe i'll go in depth later because i currently have feelings of flusteredness because I want to write a decent blog but I MUST study for the APES test tomorrow. So until then...
Monday, January 8, 2007
Bummer
Soo I failed my first driving test. One critical driving error.. so I was making a left turn on a wide intersection and the sun gets in my eyes so I couldnt see my lane and the trainer had to pull my steering wheel to "avoid an accident." BLAAAH BOO! Anyway, I'm going to past next time! At least I drove back to school. I realize that I don't love school as much as I used to.. well I guess it's love because you can hate even if you love. Awkward relationship we have huh. I needed some Spanish in my life (since I quit Spanish this year due to some major apathy), so I'm listening to "A Puro Dolor." Although i'm listening to the Spanglish version, I still feel the espanol vibe. Plus, you gotta start slow with these things. I hope to get back into speaking/writing Spanish and Japanese when i'm in college. Eh, who knows what my motivations will be when I go to college; socializing, alcohol, cheese? People who complimented my new hairstyle totally boosted my ego to uber. Thank yoooou! Why is that, when I show up to ASB late.. something important is always happening?? When I am there nothing gets crackin much. For instance, Thomas actually spoke to us as a group. Well, it was about semester grades and quarter projects. He's usually gone at a meeting or is occupied with some girl's basketball stuff. It's kind of like having an absent father. and yeah, I do know how that feels like. Although my dad drives me everywhere now.. he wasn't really there for me last year and he's always in his room. Anyway, i was doing my hair with Thein and I made my own mini fohawk. heeee It's pretty cool. makes my bangs more prominent.
Sunday, January 7, 2007
Weekend Fun
Friday - Nima is a safe driver!
Saturday - Haircut at Bella Union on Filmore street. Nima and I got off the bus too early, so we had to walk up a hill. haha It's alright though. Good exercise. Nice man helped us along the way. Hair cut - not satisfied. BUT with the ego boost from friends esp VePenis and my brother, I love my hair! As Nima would agree, i'm a top model so I can work it. HAPPY BIRTHDAY VEPENIS! "toast toast! I remember the first day I met VePenis.. it was in P.E. She looked sexy in her P.E. uniform." Cheesecake factory fa sheez. Caramel pecan = instant yes. Snicker cheesecake for "Asian Bear." Cold sleep with VePenis.
Saturday - Haircut at Bella Union on Filmore street. Nima and I got off the bus too early, so we had to walk up a hill. haha It's alright though. Good exercise. Nice man helped us along the way. Hair cut - not satisfied. BUT with the ego boost from friends esp VePenis and my brother, I love my hair! As Nima would agree, i'm a top model so I can work it. HAPPY BIRTHDAY VEPENIS! "toast toast! I remember the first day I met VePenis.. it was in P.E. She looked sexy in her P.E. uniform." Cheesecake factory fa sheez. Caramel pecan = instant yes. Snicker cheesecake for "Asian Bear." Cold sleep with VePenis.
Wednesday, January 3, 2007
Disappointment
I don't understand why hella bad things happen to good people. Good people who.. when you think of them.. you think of rainbows, cookies and puppies. Ya know? Today I found out "my little sister" was cheated on by her dirty mexican bf. wtf is that? and the girl he did it with.. we used to be best friends. I thought I knew her better. Makes you question and second guess people right?
Tuesday, January 2, 2007
First Day of 2007 at School
I cannot front anymore. I was hella excited to go to school today! I don't have to be lonely anymore. haha I gave a lotta big hugs. Lehaa's "pregnant." I came back to school with a cheerful attitude as I said I would. The reward is worth it, so i'm going to smile, yell greetings to my peeps and walk like how a happy person would walk from now on.
ooh I melted a bit when Michael Buble's voice came on from the song "You Don't Know Me." heeeee
ooh I melted a bit when Michael Buble's voice came on from the song "You Don't Know Me." heeeee
Monday, January 1, 2007
New Year
Song that goes with yesterday night..
Eagle Eye Cherry - Save Tonight
Last night was the most fun I've had all year. Good way to end 2006. I must credit this with being accompanied by great friends, breezy cold weather and necessary substances. haaa Let me recap: I baked cheesecake-brownies with Glerv and Linh. Everyone were raving over them because some of them forgot to eat before. Leanduh, Viet and I drove around looking for food places. Burrito truck closed?! Conspiracy.. where are the Mexicans we transported for labor to work on Christmas and New Years?! haaa The partay was happenin at Army's hizzle. Fa sheez! Hella heads in Army's room havin a good time. Some outside taking a break and whiffing the fresh cool air. Leanduh took care of me and we talked like how good friends do. Kissing frenzy! David G is scarcely afraid of cows and aparently thinks I'm Jesus. "Jesus, give me magical powers!" hahaha DTao, VePenis, Nima and I shared blankets and the same bed. Oh the horror... "Oh no, Venus gurgles when she sleeps." Sherry Sharlene snores like a beast and farts like one too. (once I remember more, i'll update) Reflection: Tonight deeply made me realize how hard it's going to be to leave my friends. These nights are unforgettable, so i'll cherish it for as long as I can remember. Thanks to all and its that contributed to a great 2006 for me! NOW IT'S 2007 BABY!! TIME TO DO IT BIG!
Picture from NIma's camera
Eagle Eye Cherry - Save Tonight
Last night was the most fun I've had all year. Good way to end 2006. I must credit this with being accompanied by great friends, breezy cold weather and necessary substances. haaa Let me recap: I baked cheesecake-brownies with Glerv and Linh. Everyone were raving over them because some of them forgot to eat before. Leanduh, Viet and I drove around looking for food places. Burrito truck closed?! Conspiracy.. where are the Mexicans we transported for labor to work on Christmas and New Years?! haaa The partay was happenin at Army's hizzle. Fa sheez! Hella heads in Army's room havin a good time. Some outside taking a break and whiffing the fresh cool air. Leanduh took care of me and we talked like how good friends do. Kissing frenzy! David G is scarcely afraid of cows and aparently thinks I'm Jesus. "Jesus, give me magical powers!" hahaha DTao, VePenis, Nima and I shared blankets and the same bed. Oh the horror... "Oh no, Venus gurgles when she sleeps." Sherry Sharlene snores like a beast and farts like one too. (once I remember more, i'll update) Reflection: Tonight deeply made me realize how hard it's going to be to leave my friends. These nights are unforgettable, so i'll cherish it for as long as I can remember. Thanks to all and its that contributed to a great 2006 for me! NOW IT'S 2007 BABY!! TIME TO DO IT BIG!
Picture from NIma's camera
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